Overview
With such a wide range of senior services available, it’s difficult to know what’s
right for you or your loved one when the time comes to make a change. You are unique
and have unique needs. A Placement/Transition Coordinator can help you choose your
best option and can also do a lot of the legwork for you. They may have some skills
that are part geriatric care manager, part senior real estate specialist and part
relocation specialist. They should be familiar with the area that you’re interested
in settling and have good knowledge of the facilities that are available. Look for
a Placement/Transition Coordinator to help you with:

Support and access to available resources

Narrowing your options and making initial contacts with facilities

Accompanying you on preview visits to senior housing

Getting help with the physical move

Assisting you during the transition period

Look on the Internet or in your local yellow pages for Senior Transition Coordinators,
Geriatric Care Managers, Relocation Services, Senior Housing Assistance, etc. to
find someone in your area. Choose a coordinator that understands your specific situation,
whether it’s selling a family home and moving into an assisted living facility or
helping a loved one find the best nursing home in an area you’re unfamiliar with.
Ask questions and find someone both you and your loved one feel comfortable with
and trust.